1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 Austin Montego
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 1989 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maestro | Montego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
